Bento Daigaku Imo

7 ingredients
13 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 Japanese sweet potato
  • 1/2 tsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 1/2 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup of neutral tasting oil such as canola or grapeseed

Directions

  1. 1
    In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds by constantly shaking the pan or moving them about with a spatula.
  2. 2
    When they become fragrant and a few pop, remove and set aside.
  3. 3
    Peel the sweet potato and cut into bite size pieces and set aside.
  4. 4
    In a small bowl mix together the soy sauce, honey, water, and vinegar and set aside.
  5. 5
    In a medium skillet or wok, heat the oil on medium high heat.
  6. 6
    Add the sweet potatoes and fry them until they are golden brown.
  7. 7
    Remove and set aside.
  8. 8
    Let the wok or skillet cool down.
  9. 9
    Then, add the potatoes back in and add the sauce.
  10. 10
    Simmer for about 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
  11. 11
    Toss to coat.
  12. 12
    Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.
  13. 13
    Itadakimasu!

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